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TRANSFORMING THE LANDSCAPE OF HISPANIC MEDIA
Today, Chamber members heard from Monica Lozano, publisher of La Opinión and CEO of impreMedia LLC, at the Power Hour Speaker Series. Lozano shared the history of La Opinión's beginnings in L.A. and what the company is doing to enhance its communications with the Hispanic community. "We as a media company are looking at the shifting demographics. The Hispanic community is the new America," Lozano said. Contact Pat Clark, 213.580.7595. Above, Chamber President & CEO Gary Toebben, Lozano and Chamber Board Chair Noel Massie, UPS.
• Chamber-supported Los Angeles 2020 Commission presents to L.A. City Council
On Friday, the L.A. 2020 Commission presented its findings in its report "A Time For Truth" to the Los Angeles City Council. This report outlines the challenges and opportunities facing the City across many issues. Three Chamber Board members, David Fleming, Tom Sayles and Maria Contreras-Sweet, are members of the Commission. The Commission will now be putting forth a report with recommendations for what steps the City needs to make to meet these challenges and take advantage of the opportunities before us. The Chamber will be compiling ideas for these recommendations from its members and presenting them to the Commission. If you would like to weigh in, contact Ruben Gonzalez, 213.580.7568.
Senate Health Committee chair provides health care reform update
 On Friday, the Chamber’s Health Care Council met with State Sen. Ed Hernandez, chair of the Senate Health Committee, to hear his perspectives on the opportunities and challenges California has in health care. Sen. Hernandez outlined the success California has had as a national trailblazer in implementing the Affordable Care Act (ACA). “The success of the ACA will hinge on making sure we get ground zero, L.A. County, signed up,” he said. Sen. Hernandez was a key health care leader and Chamber partner in advocating for Medicaid expansion and the Chamber will continue to work with him to increase access to health care providers through adequate provider reimbursement rates. Contact Tina Hossain, 213.580.7531.
Leadership L.A. 2014 early application is next week
 Are you a leader or do you know someone who is? The Southern California Leadership Network is currently accepting applications for its 2014 Leadership L.A. (LLA) Fellowship. From our schools, hospital, airports and halls of government entities, fellows will study the critical challenges facing the community. LLA includes eight full-day sessions devoted to equipping fellows with new tools and knowledge in becoming even more effective leaders. The early application deadline is Jan. 24. Apply today or forward this opportunity to associates in your organization. Contact Hadia Kabir, 213.580.7524.
Volunteers needed for Cash for College Super Saturday
 On Saturday, Feb. 1, Cash for College will be hosting dozens of workshops all over Los Angeles where volunteers will assist thousands of students and families in completing their financial aid applications. Last year, students who participated in the program received more than $37 million in aid. Volunteers are needed to assist. We will provide training! Register now or contact Paola Santana, 213.580.7586.
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